As much as you want to provide and care for your loved one with dementia, the condition can become too complicated to handle. But if it is challenging for the caregivers, imagine how hard it must be for the person suffering from the condition.
That is where dementia care comes in. Although it can be challenging to part with your loved one and send them to a dementia nursing home in Singapore, you understand the need for them to receive the proper treatment, assistance, and rehabilitation to prevent the progression of their disease.
However, selecting the correct dementia care home is as integral as ensuring your loved one receives the proper care. At Orange Valley, we understand these concerns and strive to provide a holistic and comprehensive approach to dementia care. Read on to learn more about the dementia programmes at our nursing homes and Senior Care Centre.
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Orange Valley’s Care Model For Residents With Dementia
At our nursing home, we focus on delivering person-centred dementia care and improving the ageing experience for residents through a multi-disciplinary approach comprising various stakeholders. Everything begins with our integrated team of healthcare professionals, who will holistically evaluate the needs and care planning for each resident and work in tandem with residents and their next-of-kin (NOK) to render optimal care.
Alongside providing quality dementia care, we understand the need to let our residents stay socially active and engaged, promoting active ageing by keeping their minds busy and helping them stay healthy and positive. That is at the core of our dementia care programme – dubbed HOME (Healing Of Mind through Engagement) – which encourages residents to participate in small group cognitive activities, such as cooking, pet therapy, reminiscence therapy, music therapy, and outings.
Through this tailored dementia care programme, residents are encouraged to move away from the sense of solitude and helplessness that some may experience when residing in an institutionalised care setting. During these activities, our staff members, who are well-trained in recognising various aspects of dementia care and their respective treatments, are constantly at hand to guide and interact with residents, placing their well-being as their top priority.
Everything is complemented by the dementia-friendly environment that we foster at Orange Valley, with helpful stimulations available to help residents with wayfinding, creating a safe, familiar space for residents to move around and mingle with others.
Orange Valley’s Dementia Day Care Model
If sending your loved one to our nursing homes is not suitable for your needs, why not consider our dementia day care programme? Like our nursing homes, our Active Ageing Centre (Care) @ Alkaff Crescent for seniors adopts a person-centred care approach to provide quality care while promoting independence and active and social involvement in the community.
Our team of medical professionals will perform an initial assessment of the senior’s complex needs. Based on the findings, our occupational therapist or dementia practitioner will develop a customised individual care plan suitable for the patient’s abilities and strengths.
In addition, patients will be given choice and autonomy in deciding the programmes they would like to participate in. From stretching and strengthening exercises to sensory and grooming activities, they can choose from a broad range of activities that suit their interests and capabilities.
Caregivers are also not neglected as part of our programme, as we understand that caring for someone with dementia can be stressful. Our care team will communicate closely with caregivers to identify their emotional and financial needs and guide them in developing specific strategies to cope with their stress and issues. The aim is to provide caregivers with a more realistic expectation of their caregiving journey.
Are you struggling to care for someone with dementia? In that case, you may want to consider our private care services for the dementia patient. As a dementia care provider in Singapore, we are committed to making those under our care feel valued, assured, and comfortable in every aspect. Whether you prefer to transition your loved one to our 24/7 nursing home or require short-term dementia care, we are here to ease your caregiving load. Contact us to learn more about our dementia care service today!